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w Wth WchAeoan N tateO With Which Are lncorporated The Bowmanville News, The Newcastle Independent, and The Orono News i r I ControllerMacCallumSpeaks At Lions-Rotary Annual Meet The annual joint meeting of the Lions and Rotary Clubs of Bow- nianville, held in the S.O.E. hall, Friday evening was unanimousiy conceded to be an occasion of more than ordinary interest be- cause the guest speaker H. (Mac) MacCallum, member of the Board of Control, City of Toronto, dealt with problems of municipal gov- ernment and touched on matters of great concern, locally, and in fact of wide concern all across Canada. Speaking with great force and the intimate knowledge of one long schooled in munici- pal administration, Mr. MacCal- lum touched particularly upon housing, labor and community planning. While he was speak- ing, nominations were taking place at the Town Hall with thse very items under discussion. The Lions Club were hosts, with President and District Gov- ernor Charles Carter, Jr., in the chair. At the head table were Dr. Cy. Slemon, President of Ro- tary, the secretaries of both clubs together with Lion Bir Cooper, Deputy District Governor, Zone, 7, who at the invitation of Mr. Car- ter, introduced his fellow Lion, Controller MacCallum. It was discloseel that Mr. MacCallum, farmer and printer, at age 45, had risen to his present position with the driving force -of one who gets things done. Mr. MacCallum is .also a Past President of the Bea- ches Lions Club. Guest Speaker The speaker complimented Bowmanville on its initiative in voting funds for a new hospital and turned for a moment to put in a plug for Toronto and Mayor Saunders. He told of a cartoon depicting the Mayor tucking vis- iting Mayors in bed at Toronto hotels; a reference to the plan of dispelling the term "hogtown." But his aplomb and the scheme fell when called upon to offer this courtesy to the visiting Mayor of Kirkland Lake, none other than the very capable incumbent Ann Shipley. The speaker held that outside teams always got the cheers in Toronto. Mr. MacCallum drew applause Darlington Election Takes Place For School Area Trustees This is the first year in which an elected Board will be chosen for the newly created Township School Area. Darlington Coun- cil, in accordance with the vote that approved this departure, has set up arrangements for putting it into effect. At nominations held in the Council Chamber, at Hampton, Friday, the complete slate embracing the 1945 Council was returned by acclamation. ' There will be an election only to choose the new Board of Trus- tees for. the Township School Area. The Board will consist of five members and seven names have been placed in nomination of whom all qualified. The bal- lot forms will contain the fol- lowing candidates: Garnet Rickard, Shaw's, S.S. 1 Earl Osborne, Providence, S.S. 5 Lloyd Crago, Darlington, S.S. 3 Lawrence White, Maple Grove, S.S. 6 Harold Muir, Courtice, S.S. 8 Jim Reynolds, Hampton, S.S. 11 Alex McMaster, Taunton, S.S. 12 Sections 4 and 9 submitted no names for the slate and it will be observed- that no women were nominated. Elections will take place Monday and it is hoped ratepayers will turn out and vote on this first and important occa- sion. when he said: "Municipal govern- ments are the most important in Canada." They are close to the people, can contact their repre- sentatives personally and readily and lay their problems on the Une. This is not true among members at Ottawa and Queen's Park. And during the past few years in actual practice, prob- lems not primarily the concern of municipalities, have been thrust upon them. It was a sit- uation which developed during war when, in asking for help, lo- cal governments were told the (Continued on page 8) Annual Boy Scout Meeting a a Hears Field Commissioner The annual meeting of the Bow-' manville Boy Scout Association, Government Agents held in Trinity School Room, on Summons Owners Tuesday evening, was featured ".. with a banquet and a programme Without Radio License of unusual interest which includ- ed presentation of prizes and During the past 10 days, gov- certificates to members of local ernment spotters operating un- groups, a one-act play by several der authority of the Minister of Scouts and a very inspiring ad- Reconstruction, Ottawa, have dress by Field Commissioner Har- combed the Bowmanville district wood in charge of the Central o check up on av residents who Ontario District. have not paid radio licenses. The President of the Association, net haul of the investigation was Major Joe O'Neill, M.C., weicom- j7 town and 18 Xural radio own- ed some 60 guests and their wives, ers. They were warned, present- including Mayor C. G. Morris and ed with summons papers and told leading figures in the business and of the procedure they might fol- professsional life of the commun- low. ity. General business and election Those wishing to avoid appear- of officers for the coming year was ing in court can, on or before Dec. rather in the nature of an inter- 4 when court convenes, pay the lude duriig a very pleasing nominal fine of $5.35 plus the occasion. license of $2.50, a total of $7.85 if In stating the purpose of the they wish to continue use of their meeting, President O'Neill noted radio. Those who fail to settle that the local Scout movement must appear before the Magistrate was getting stronger all the time Dec. 4, at which time the fine and after election of officers an may be increased. open discussion was invited to According to reports this drive seek enlargement of present plans is proceeding all across the coun- to make Scout work more attrac- try and information is that Bow- tive to more boys. He was sure manville and district have gotten the gathering was very fortunate off lightly as compared with oth- in having as guest speaker Com- er centres. Disposal of these 85 missioner Hardwood whom he in- cases on the basis of fines and li- troduced. censes collected, will add $667.25 Commissioner Harwood in his to Federal funds, less cost of in- able and informative address, vestigation. spoke on the great worth of the Scout movement as inspiration to programme was the one-act play boys toward a fuller life and the in which 12 scouts under direc- training it gives in leadership and tion of ,Scoutmaster Dennis Pick- self reliance. He said that it filled ard, presented a court scene where a place in the circle of home, a scout charged with an offence church and school, that. offered was found guilty by a jury of his no other parallel; the desire for peers and sent to Coventry. It was active, outdoor participation in realistic and humorous and matters of practical use, wood- brought down the house. craft, first aid, life saving, in short Commissioner Harwood pre- real living and high service. sented leaders Don Dudley and Quoting the Scout pledge: "On Bill Fraser with their Fir*st Class my honor I promise to do my best; Scout certificates, and also lead- to do my duty to God and my ers Certificates to Carl Boe and King; to help all people and to Dennis Pickard, who attained obey Scout laws," the speaker qualification at the recent school suggestedgthere was no higher held in Oshawa. The Patrol Cup ideal. It gave a direction to life. was presented to Bill Fraser by And that direction was of a na- Mr. Pickard in behalfFrf Bill's ture to defeat the forces that lead Troop who have nowswon it for to idleness, distress and crime. the 4th time. Among Scouts there was pride in Community singing was led by their uniform and the urge to Past Scout President Ross Strike neatness, cleanliness and atten-ast Scout PrieRos S tion to the minor amenities.' and a very appropriate solo was tionto he ino amnites rendered by Rev. E. G. Ford Commissioner Harwood gave an with Mrs. Ford accompanying. interesting account of how the scout idea developed in the ex- Election of officers resulted in perience and mind of the founder, no opposition to those presently Baden-Powell. The Scout idea in office and for the coming year today circled the globe with President O'Neill and Secretary- troops among all the nations at- Treas. Chief Sidney Venton will tracted to high ideals. Now that carry on. It was resolved that the war was over, many older Scout annual meeting will be held dur- leaders were returning from the ing the week of Nov. 30 each war and a new era of expansion year. was imminent. The speaker held The very fulsome banquet was that the basis of the movement provided by Mrs. Nichols group was in building character, the of the Women's Association of safest and sanest insurance Trinity. A general vote of thanks against wrong paths and misdirec- for the dinner, the programme and ted lives. the speaker of the evening was A most interesting part of the tendered by Mr. Strike. More Soldiers From Overseas As formerly explained in The Statesman, lists of local soldiers returning from overseas contain names only of those reporting to Kingston Headquarters and des- tined for this district. Lists from Toronto donotcone to this paper. Fromn other sources we bave learned of the arrival of the fol- lowing who returned on the Queen Elizabeth: • Sgt. Doug Norton and Sgt. Wm. Tomlinson, Bowmanville; L/Bdr. E. L. Middleton, Orono; Major H. R. S. Ryan, Port Hope, former mayor of that town. On the Empress of Scotland, arriving at Halifax, Nov. 28 are: Gnr. G. W. H. Mitchell, Orono, and Cfn. K. J. Porter, Pontypool. Again we express for Durham County a glad "welcome home." Another Check Received For Memorial Hospital "Please do not use my name on any lists; simply accept the en- closed check fromn a friend." This was the greeting froman old Bowmanville boy, a veteran of the last war, now living in Tor- onto. His check for $25.00 came to the editor to add to the fund for the new Bowmanville Mem- orial Hospital. This donation has been passed along to the Board as we express public thanks for an unsolicited gift. The donor adds: "This isn't much but I cannot refrain from doing some little bit for this great cause." But we should say that there is moreto it than mere money. It is the same kind of inspiration that animated other ex-residents of Bowmanville and Durham County in their dona- tions for the hospital. Individual donations, all com- pletely voluntary, have so far come wholly from former Dur- hamites. Should lists be opened locally, aside from memberships in the Hospital Association, it is confidently believed this gesture of doing "some little bit" will in- spire very many more to close the gap between the amount now on hand and the final amount requir- ed. Board of Education And Teachers Hold Annual Gathering The th iid annual banquet ar- ranged by the Board of Education for the teachers of Bowmanville schoolshtook place in Trinity Un- ited Churc hon Nov. 16. This very appropriateNfunction has come to form part of the observ- ance of Education Week. It brings together the principals and teachiers of botb Highi and Public schoolsmerely as a social gather- ing with the Board and has been found very useful in getting bet- ter acquainted and to welcome new teachiers. After an excellent dinner serv- ed by the Women's Association of Trinity, the entire gathering went on to thie High School, where in the auditorium the evening was spent at games and contests. There was no formal speaker and no formai speeches save the welcome extended.by Ross Stutt, Chair- man, Board of Education. The teachers expressed appreciation to the Board for a very fine get- together. NEW BANK REPORT F. O. Mellveen Local Manager, Bank of Mon- treal, who is particularly pleased and enthusiastic about the modern form in which the annual report is issued this year as shown in this issue. The story is told with il- lustrations and in the language of the man in the street, which is a welcome departure from the us- ual form-.of publishing annual statements of banks. Delighted Advertiser Ed. Youngman, R.R. 3, Ponty- pool, writes: Please find enclosed $1.00 to cover cost of "ad" in The Statesman. Your account receiv- ed today reads 50 cents, but con- sidering the quick and success- ful results of the "ad," I think I'd be a piker to only pay half a "buck" for the splendid services rendered. So have a cigar on the balance and welcome. Thank you! MAYOR,.REEVE AND DEPUTY-REEVE ELECTED BY ACCLAMATION A. W. G. Northcutt Deputy-Reeve Sid Little Reeve* Reeve Mayor Col. Banister Speaker Eldad & Trinity Y.P.U.1 At Federation Banquet Hear Excellent Talk Friday Evening, Dec. 7 On 'Formal Education' The annual banquet of the Dur- Highlighting a joint meeting o' ham County Federation of Agri- Trinity, Bowmanville, and Eldad culture will he held in Newcastle Young People's Unions at Solina, Monday evening, was the address Community Hall, Friday evening, by Mr. J. Forbes Heyland on "Ed- Dec. 7, commencing at 6:30 sharp. ucation in the World of Tomor- Unusual interest is occasioned by row." announcement that the guest Mr. Heyland stressed the ne- speaker will be Lt.-Col. Rev. W. cessity of an educated people and speaer illbe t.-ol.Rev W.under the heading "Formai Edu- F. Banister, former minister of cation" expounded the reasons St. Paul's Church, Bowmanville, ca ionyexpoude the rons and recently returned from four why many children are prone years' service overseas. It is sug- to attend school. Discipline is yeas' ervce vereas Itis ti~the chief dislike, but this could gested that those desiring to at- be overcome to a great extent by tend this outstanding event shouldaexoecoto afgreatieteb note the time, place and particu- an explanation of discipline. Help lars appearing in advertisement he pupils to understand that ev- ints appisue. erything is governed by laws and in this issue. discipline. For example, the laws The banquet bas been arranged of nature and thie systemnatic for- as a "pot luck" dinner, due to the ationu f fruit-flrst theiud, fact that no formal caterer could thin of frite i the bud be secured. Tables, dishes, sil- thefruit. If pupils were given a verware, tea and coffee have been proper conception of discipline provided for and members are re- early in life, they would be will- quired to bring their own pro- early molifethe woubeill-i visions. The suggestion is that n oto conie heir education in the various Farm Forum groups Improvements advocated by get together and arrange a bal- Mr. Heyland included animated anced spread and individuals aside cartoons and the use of films for from groups to provide according- illustrated lectures; vocational iy. It is likely the Newcastle giac-ayyugpol f group will provide for outside guidance-many young people af- gutilu dinthe speaer ansdeter two or three years in High guests, including the speaker and School have no idea what will be officiais of the Ontario Fed- hi oain hyd o tion, Toronto, who have bedi a vocation. They do not vited know what "they want to be." The program will include mus- Proper vocational guidance would Tca numbrsand oth i e est- show these students their partic- ical numbers and other presenta- ular abilities and the type of tions by children of the county wr o hc hyaebs ut who have been trained under dir- work for which they are best suit- ection of Mrs. Campbell of New- ed. The study of language ays tonville and Hope Township who transeription migt nprve an as- has been so greatly successful nthesame way Eng.ish is taught- developing junior talent. thatm s, bring the chid up with Much time and thought have it-and recordings by persons in been given by President Garnet i-adeongs by penin Rickard, Secretary J. J. Mellor their native tonguies, folloed in and County Directors to make the the y pupis would give affair a complete success. Their the pupi a etter understanding invitation is "come and hear what f the language.o the Federation has done and its Often young people feel that plans for the future." It is a some subjects are superfluoustand aresof little value to the work they general invitation and farmers plan to undertake, but, as build- who are not yet members may ing a barn or phanting an orchard contribute to the "pot luck" sup- requires the application of mathe-j per and take out membersmipeiat matics, the farmer realizes the the meeting. benefit of this knowledge, thus here and in all other occupations is seen the need °f a welh-balanc- Burketon ed education. Education is never completed for anyone. Self edu- On Sunday Burketon Honour cation continues daily after the1 Roll was unveiled in the church school years are over. The speak- with 19 names as following: Ross er suggested that schools should Aldred, Harold Avery, Norman remain open after 4 o'clock and Avery, Roy Avery, Ewart Breck, in the evenings with courses Thomas Breck, Wallace Breck, available to those already estab-1 William Breck, George Carter, lished in business or profession for Robert Carter, Roy Carter, Fran- many would grasp the oppor-1 cis Cook, Jean Davey, Thomas tunity to furter their education De Mille, Harold Gatchell, How- by attending suchclasses. ard Gatchell, Merle Hubbard, Mr. Heyland chosed with the Herbert House, Harold Wilson. thought that as educationisvital Mr. Plant preached a splendid ser- to everyone 50 it is important to d er ive harmoniously with others. A mon and the choir sang two spe- few essentials for getteng along al selections. "O Valiant Hearts" well with others ncluded:'aBeng gave enin memory of those who joiner"-join different groups and Visitors-Pte. H. Haines, R.C.E. give all you can to that group and M.E., just arrived from overseas you will receive in return far and is with his family in Burke- more than has been personallyI ton --- Mrs. Clifford Brown and given. A word of caution • . . baby, Mrs. Richard Tilling and do not john groups that will dis-E twins, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Viv- sipate your ideas. A co-operative1 ian and girls, North Oshawa, with spirit is essential and this can bec Mr. and Mrs. Dave Gatchell .... - gained in no better way than by1 Mr. and Mrs. D. Gatchell with her team play which gives one the1 mother in Bethany ..... Mrs. Jas. attributes of humility and perse-t Gatchell with hier sister, Mrs. C. verance. Jewell, Buffalo, N.Y. -- Mr. J. Eldad Union were hosts to Tri- Gatchell has improved after his nity Young People and their pres- illness-.Mr. and Mrs. Orland ident Harvey Yellowlees conduct- Raine and niece Joan Vickers, ed the opening ceremonies. Helen Toronto, Mr. Austan Nelson, Be- Pritchard, president of Trinîty thany with Mr. and Mrs. H. Trick Union, introduced Mr. Heylandt -- Miss Betty Moffatt, Oshawa, and presided for the following1 with Mrs. Jack Sinclair .-- Mr. program: Humorous reading by i Lore Dan nd r. rwi, Ohi-Jean Crossman and two beauti- awa, went on a hunting trip to fuil vocal solos by Anme North- Buckhorn and returned with two cutt; Ileen Balson played a med-c fine deer, 160 lbs. each.- How- hey.of negro spirituals preceding ard Leslie and R. McWilliams, an inspirng worship service con- Fleetwood, with Ross Cook ducted by Doris Dudley, Margar- Mr. and Mrs. F. Westlake, Solina, et Stacey and Helen Pritchard. Mrs. H. Rahm, with Mr. and Mrs. Recreation was enjoyed under F. Cook -- Mrs. F. Cook in the leadership of Bruce Taylor Bowmanville with friends - and a delightful lunch was served Mrs. F. Caughill with friends in by Eldad social committee. Burketon -----Mr. and Mrs. T. G. Breck have moved to Kingston Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Hoskin, and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Adams, of Darlene, Oshawa, Miss Ella Hos- Hampton, with Mr. and Mrs. E. kin, Bowmanville, visited Mr. Adams ---- Mrs. A. Wilson and and Mrs. W. Hoskin.c son Harold, Oshawa, with friends Mr. and Mrs. W. Hoskin, visit-. -- Miss Hazel Hendry, Janet- ed Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hos- ville, with hier sister, Mrs. A. Al- kin, Harmony. dred -....... Mr. C. Rahm and Betty,i Weston, with Mrs. H. Rahm_-.. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rice and Mr. Men's Canadian Club meets to-t and Mrs. H. McLaughlin, Oshawa, night (Thursday) in St. Paul's with J. McLaughlin. Lecture Room at 6:45 p.m. Speak- Mr. and Mrs. R. Wood, Miss er: Major Gladstone.Murray. Sub- Allie Wood, Orono, Mr. and Mrs. ject: Canada in the World of To-1 Bert Hoskin and Terry, Harmony, morrow. C. G. Morris Mayor Bowmanville Antlers Club Holds Annual Stag Dinner at Lake It has been the custom for some years for local nimrods to ban- quet their less intrepid friends after returning from deer hunts in northern wilds. The feast held annually at a lakeside cottage is usually venison steak with all the condiments and accompany- ing courses prepared by an ex- perienced chef and the refresh- ments assembled and arrayed un- der due authority. The gather- ing has come to be known as the Bowmanville Antlers Club and is strictly a stag affair. The 1945 banquet took place Saturday night. The host, Town Assessor and Justice of the Peace, Fred Pattinson and his hunting companion, Mayor C. G. Morris entertained some 20 guests. Among those invited were Dur- ham's Member of Parliament, the town's vicarious hunters and a few habituees of harness racing enclosures. There were songs, speeches, toasts, and a real venison feast. In all the years the twoosts bave gone nortb they have neyer failed to bag their quota. Like the Mounties they always get their quarry. This year, Fred se- cured an unusually fine buck with an antler spread of such proportions and uniformity he is having it mounted. In the rousing vote of thanks to the hosts it was recalled that other hunters of some localities, when they fail to get deer, are content to bag the odd bear or porcupine but the Bowmanville .marksmen have never yet offered steaks other than venison. Auld Lang Sine and the National An- them closed a get-together to be revived again next fall. Blackstock Mr. Mathews, manual training inspector and Miss M. Clarke, in- spector of household economics, visited the Continuation school on Friday. Thursday afternoon the house- hold science class-girls of grade 9 and 10, had a demonstration of their work to which their moth- ers and friends were invited. They paraded in dresses of their own making and served afternoon tea with Marion McMullen pouring tea. Beautiful baskets of 'mums on the altar of St. John's Anglican church on Sunday were given by the Langfeld family, to the honor and memory of Able Seaman Les- lie Langfeld and other members of the corvette which was sunk on Nov. 29, 1944. At the United Church on Sun- day evening a baptismal service was conducted by Rev. R. B. Har- rison. The babies were: Pearl Lorraine, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dayes; James Murray, son of Mr. and Mrs. Murray By- ers; Donald Ross, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herb Swain; Joan Marie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Bradburn; Donald Earl, son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Bradburn; Ar- thur Henry, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Van Camp; James Weir, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Swain. There was a good attendance to witness this Christian gesture. James Murray Byers and Don- ald Ross Swain were indeed for- tunate to have their great-grand- father James Byers present, who is a faithful member of the church. Visitors-Mr. Gerald Hill, Tor- onto, with Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Hill .-.. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wright and daughter, Oshawa, with Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Bailey. Mrs. Joseph Forder underwent an operation in Toronto last week, but glad to know she is improv- ing. Mrs. Kate Downey, Toronto, who has recent had an operation in the General Hospital, is im- proving nicely. W.A. of United church met Fri- day. Mrs. Ballentyne, Toronto, Home Economics speaker, ad- dressed the meeting and gave re- cipes and stressed the point that girls learn more about cooking from their mothers than could be taught in schools. Mrs. Harrison gave a short talk and Mrs. Lorne Thompson sang. After the meet- ing a bazaar was held when pies, buns, cakes and other things were sold. Proceeds $30. Two New Contestants Force Elections for Town Council Free Mail Delivery; Revised As- sessment; Expanded Public Services; No Tax Increase ForecastbyMayor at Nomina- tion Meeting Of the complete slate presented at the nominating convention for civic offices for 1946, all received acclamations save for the six council seats. Declared elected without a contest were, Mayor C. G. Morris, Reeve Sidney Little, Deputy Reeve A. W. Northcutt. Reaffirmed for the Board of Edu- cation were Dr. J. C. Devitt, A. M. Hardy, Ross Stutt and W. A. Edger. Again unanimously cho- sen for the Public Utilities Com- mission was W. Ross Strike, K.C. Election Forced Twelve names were placed in nomination for the remaining council seats. The six members of the 1945 council, when report- ing on their stewardship, mndi- cated°theyiwould again qualify. All others retired save J. F. Nick- ersonand Forrest A. Diling who signed qualification papers and thus provided a contest for elec- tions Dec. 3. The following names will appear on the ballot forms: T. A. Garton, N. Allison, E. J. Gibbs, Owen Nicholas, Ray Dilling, A. S. Baker, all former members, and Messrs. Nickerson and Forrest Dilling. The meeting convened Friday evening in the Council Chamber, with Town Clerk Alex Lyle pre- siding, and 32 ratepayers, includ- ing nominees, in attendance. High- lights of the proceedings were the general report of Mayor C. G. Morris and the financial reviews of-'Chairman Ross Strike for Hy- dro and Oùven Nicholas, Chair- man, council finance committee. Their submissions, supported by figures, revealed balance sheets cf a nature more satisfactory than for years past. Each coun- cillor in turn reported on respec- tive committee work. The entire review was of most satisfactory character. Mayor's Address Speaking without notes, Mayor Morris gave a clear and forceful summary of policy and progress. He stated that he had decided to stand again despite doctor's or- ders and pressing personal busi- ness, for with important unfin- ished business initiated by the 1945 council, he could not desert the ship when pressed by so many to carry on. ' During the year there were three major additions to the wa- ter systemundertaken at the in- stance of reports from tbe Board of Health. Extensions were of a nature to accommodate taxpayers entitled to the service and dis- tinctly in the interests of general heahth. Mail Delivery Numbering of houses had been completed and street signs were now available and were be- ing erected. The hope was that in the coming year, free postal delivery and pickup would be es- tablished within the corporation. The speaker claimed some per- sonal credit for initiating the by- law for the new Memorial Hos- pital and for suggesting the am- ount of $100,000 to be provided by way of debentures. He announc- ed also that Darlington had that very day voted $12,000 for the project and tendered his thanks and congratulations. In regard to work now under way on mains and sewage dispos- al, the Mayor outlined the state of depreciation and the causes of of the aggravated condition which forced this present expenditure. For reasons of health the provin- cial Board had recommended the construction. General Improvements Despite increased labor costs council had generally provided necessary services and had oper- ated on the basis of sound econ- omy. There had been improve- ments made to town sheds, to fire hall and equipment and of out- standing importance was the Senior Basket Bail Team Playedin Toronto Monday A preliminary canter in basket- sheet. But they put up a batte al ball took place Monday when the way. candidates for the Intermediate The team will play Peterboro town team went to Toronto and YMCA at Peterboro Collegiate played the classy Simpson Grads. Friday night and will return home It was a pre-season fixture pro- for another practice before meet- moted by Walt DeGeer, the men- ing the Leaside Lions Basketball tor chosen by the Rotary Club team at Bowmanville High School, which is sponsoring a real athletic Monday night, Dec. 3, at 9 p.m. programme for High School grads, Remember the date, time, place, business and professional men and for Mentor DeGeer and manager women for the winter season. Deac Goddard promise a bang-up Each week at specified evenings game. and hours, the High School gym The team that played Simp- echoes with shouts of the adults sons were: Jim Stutt, Irvin renewing their youth. Brown, Don Mason, Don McIl- The objective is to develop veen, Ralph McIntyre, John Gra- teams in basketball, volleyball ham, Russ Moffatt, Doug Jack- and other sports and to form not man, Ray Rundle, Ray Latri- only local leagues but to play mouelle, regulars and substitutes. against other teams at outside The lists are open to other candi- points. An invitation is open to all dates. comers and particulars may be Within the next 10 days, the had by phoning Rotarian J. E. regular schedule will start em- Griffith, the general convenor. bracing Bowmanville, Peterboro, The game against Simpsons Port Hope and Cobourg. Come took place at Danforth Technical out and cheer the boys. Admis- School, but in the hurry to get sions to local games, 25c per away after the game the locals person. Let's get going in a big forgot to pick up the final scoreI way. Local Navy League Requires $1,250.00 To Reach Objective Reports from Navy League Committee officials, received on Nov. 28th, indicated that the cam- paign for funds in Bowmanville and district was still approxi- mately $1,250 short of the $1,500 objective. The fund will be kept open for another three weeks and individuals and erganizations are urged to make their contributions as soon as possible at Dr. Ten- nant's office or McGregor's Drug Store. Donations to date: Previously reported - $ 85.15 Catholic Women's League 5.00 Rev. S. J. Coffey-----------5.00 J. H. Needham ------------1.00 L. W. Dippell 5.00 B.H.S. Cloakroom Fund 25.00 Miss C. Martyn -----------5.00 W . L. Buttery ----------- 5.00 Miss G. Joblin 1.00 Mrs. E. V. Scobeli ------------ 5.00 Mr. and Mrs. Wagar 3.00 Mrs. G. E. Chase----------2.00 Miss A. Bleakly----------10.00 Miss C. Painton-----------1.00 Mrs. M. Symons --.50 Mrs. M. J. Hutchinson- 1.00 Miss F. Werry--------- 1.00 Miss M. Hutchison--------10.00 Rev. Geo. Mason- ¯ 5.00 Mrs. A. E. Wrenn, Kingston 2.00 Rev. W. Rackham -------... 1.00 J. H. Abernethy-----------2.00 C. M. Carruthers _- ..-_-- 5.00 Mrs. J. H. H. Jury--------20.00 Mrs. A. D. Wheeler--------5.00 Misses H. and M. Carruthers------------- 2.00 F. F. Willan ---- ..----------5.00 Wm. Wilcox1------- - -- 1.00 A. L. Pascoe----- --------2.00 West Group Hampton W.I. 10.00 Anonymous---------------2.00 Total - -------$232.65 street resurfacing. Already the streets were in better shape than for years and at the conclusion of the five-year program, the roads treated would be of a stan- dard second to none. Councils of late years have been carrying the burden imposed by previous administrations. They have had to finance a debenture debt of past years and at the sane time buy equipment such as a grader, truck, tar pot, snow plow, fire equipment, etc., and today the tax rate is lower than for many years. Assessment and Taxes In regard to the future, some were asking about the tax rate. The Mayor had gone on record that it need not necessarily be in- creased. Property values have increased, probably by 40 per cent and while it was hard to deal with assessment adjustments, if actual real estate values were reflected in any revision, the mill rate need not be disturbed, at least not revised upward. In regard to financing, all pub- lic improvements had to be ap- proved by the Dept. of Municipal Affairs and the present rate of 3 per cent was too high. Finance of this nature, could with federal co-operation and justly so, be un- dertaken at around one per cent. On this basis, three times as much could be done for the same money. But council was helpless; it is up to voters to bring the ne- cessary pressure. Current Affairs If governments could finance private industry at cost, as they have, the principhe should apply with greater force in the realm of municipal improvements. Cre- dit was given for rebate of 50 per cent of education costs and in this Mayor Morris took some cre- dit. Three years before this scheme had been adopted at the Port Hope convention of the Pro- gressive Conservative party, he had pressed a similar resolution on both town and county coun- cils. In conclusion the Mayor touch- (Continued on Page 2) 2 VOLUME 91 BOWMANVILLE, ONT., THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1945 NUMBER 48 IE s Il d D a